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The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has launched a digital logistics management system for accounting and supplying military equipment. The system allows tracking equipment at all stages — from procurement to transfer to military units.
Individuals linked to the Telegram channels Times of Ukraine, Ukraine Online, and Insider are on the Ukrainian Security Service's watch list. This was reported by Ukrainian MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak based on the results of his own investigation.
Spetsmashkomplekt LLC, the only private manufacturer of 12.7×99 mm and 12.7×108 mm calibre cartridges in Ukraine, has halted production following searches by the Security Service of Ukraine. The company is involved in criminal proceedings concerning the possible manufacture of substandard products.
A new minority coalition government has taken office in the Netherlands, led by 38-year-old Robert Jetten, who has become the youngest prime minister in the country's history. The cabinet was sworn in by King Willem-Alexander.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephull called on Hungary to reconsider its decision to block the European Union's new package of sanctions against Russia. This issue is planned to be discussed during meetings in Brussels and at the bilateral level.
The head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov, said that the exchange of prisoners of war could take place as early as this week. According to him, this involves a larger number of military personnel than during the previous exchange.
In Ukraine, approximately 90% of deferrals from mobilisation are automatically extended through the Reserve+ application. The system independently verifies the data and updates the status without the need to submit documents or visit the TCC.
European Union countries are unlikely to reach agreement on a new package of sanctions against Russia during the meeting of foreign ministers. The reason for this remains Hungary's position.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on Social Policy supported draft law No. 14385, which provides for the possibility of retroactive dismissal of employees in temporarily occupied territories. The document was recommended for adoption in the first reading.
The shadow economy in Ukraine exceeds UAH 1 trillion, despite measures to combat shadowing and increase tax revenues. In 2024, approximately $2.5 billion was successfully withdrawn from the shadow sector.
In the Odesa, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Sumy regions, some consumers were left without electricity after attacks on energy infrastructure. Hourly and emergency power cuts are being implemented in the regions.
The United States and Canada have urged their citizens in certain regions of Mexico to remain indoors due to a surge in violence following the assassination of a drug cartel leader. The warning applies to popular tourist destinations, including Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Tulum.
